Mamdani poised to be the first NYC Mayor to be sworn in on a Quran

New York City Mayor-elect to be Sworn in Using the Koran New York City’s mayor-elect, Zoran Mamdani, is set to make history as the first mayor to be sworn in using the Koran, Islam’s holy book. This unique ceremony will take place at midnight on January 1, 2026. The 34-year-old’s swearing-in will include two events—one […]
Throwback: Zohran Mamdani in a Keffiyeh Longed for More Feminist Reimaginings of Favorite Action Films in Rediscovered Clip

Resurfaced Video of Upcoming NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani A 2020 video clip has reemerged, showcasing Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor of New York City, dressed in traditional Middle Eastern attire while discussing movie remakes with comedian Ryan Long. In the clip, Mamdani suggests that action films should be reimagined for feminist audiences. Long shared a […]
Mamdani likely to choose Kamar Samuels as chancellor of NYC schools

New School Superintendent Announcement Expected On Wednesday, Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani plans to reveal that Kamal Samuels, an experienced educator and former superintendent in Manhattan, will take on the role of school superintendent, as reported by various sources. Samuels, with nearly two decades in New York City’s public school system, has focused on fostering racial diversity […]
Reflecting on 2 past NYC mayors who created significant turmoil — as inexperienced Mamdani begins at City Hall

New York’s Future Under Mayor Mandani As New York faces a daunting journey under Mayor Zoran Mandani, who seems intent on dismantling the very policies that have kept the city stable, it’s worth reflecting on the crises that have marked its past, especially those stemming from prior leadership. Over the last five decades, various challenges—including […]
Mamdani hires attorney who represented al Qaeda operative as chief counsel in New York City.

New York City’s Mayor-elect Names Controversial Lawyer as Chief Counsel On Tuesday, Zoran Mamdani, the mayor-elect of New York City, revealed that he has chosen Ramzi Qassem, a lawyer known for defending controversial figures, as the city’s chief legal officer. Mamdani will officially take office on January 1. In addition to Qassem’s appointment, Mamdani also […]
Eric Adams aims for NYC commission to change primaries and sanctuary status, and Mamdani might not be able to intervene, according to sources

Adams Considers Changes to Sanctuary Status Mayor Eric Adams is thinking about creating a committee that might revoke the city’s sanctuary status. Yet, it seems that Zoran Mamdani may not have the power to stop this move, as reported. According to sources, the outgoing mayor plans to select members for a new, independent charter revision […]
Zohran Mamdani relies on additional Adams appointees as key City Hall positions remain unfilled

Mamdani Takes Over Leadership Roles Ahead of Inauguration Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani shared on Monday that he will be assuming more departmental leadership positions from the outgoing Eric Adams administration, citing a number of essential roles that still need to be filled just days before he officially takes office. The 34-year-old Democratic Socialist confirmed he would […]
Zohran Mamdani will take the oath of office as NYC mayor at the former City Hall subway station.

Mamdani to Be Sworn In at Abandoned Subway Station On New Year’s Day, just after midnight, mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani will take his oath of office at a deserted subway station beneath City Hall Park, as announced by his transition team on Monday. New York State Attorney General Letitia James, a prominent supporter of the young […]
Blakeman asks Mamdani to dismiss activist from transition team for comments about police as ‘killers’: ‘Unacceptable’

Blakeman Calls for Fouzia’s Dismissal from Mamdani’s Transition Team Bruce Blakeman, a potential Republican candidate for governor, has urged mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani to promptly remove Kazi Fouzia from his transition team. Fouzia, an activist and member of the anti-police transition team, recently made headlines for previously labeling NYPD officers as “murderers.” Fouzia, who identifies as […]
The Adams-Tisch NYPD is surpassing crime records — urging Mamdani to maintain the momentum.

Under Commissioner Jessica Tisch, the New York Police Department has seen record low shooting rates this year, with murders also nearing a significant decline. It’s quite impressive, really. The pressing question is whether Zoran Mamdani, the incoming mayor, can sustain this progress, especially considering his stance on policing. As of December 21, the murder count […]